Popular Punjabi comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla passed away on August 22nd at the age of 65. He breathed his last at Fortis Hospital in Mohali early Friday morning.
Jaswinder Bhalla Death: Veteran Punjabi cinema comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla has passed away at the age of 65. Bhalla, who gained recognition in every household with superhit films like the 'Carry On Jatta' series, passed away early Friday morning at Fortis Hospital in Mohali. His demise has sent a wave of mourning not only through the Punjabi entertainment industry but across India.
Jaswinder Bhalla was considered the heart of Punjabi films
Born on May 4, 1960, in Doraha, Ludhiana district, Punjab, Jaswinder Bhalla was known as the 'King of Comedy' in Punjabi films. In his film career spanning over three decades, he took comedy to new heights. His dialogues and signature catchphrases became popular with the audience. Bhalla started his career as a professor. However, his sense of humor and acting skills brought him directly into the entertainment world. In 1988, he stepped into films and soon won the hearts of the audience.
The name Jaswinder Bhalla immediately brings to mind the 'Carry On Jatta' series, in which he made people burst into laughter by playing the role of Advocate Dhillon. Apart from this, his acting was well-liked by audiences in many films like Jatt and Juliet, Mahoul Theek Hai, and Stupid 7. His stage shows were also very popular, especially his famous show "Naughty Baba in Town", which was appreciated in India and abroad. His last film role was in Shinda Shinda No Papa, released in 2024, in which he shared screen space with Gippy Grewal and Hina Khan.
When will the funeral take place?
The news of Jaswinder Bhalla's demise has caused deep grief among the Punjabi industry and his fans. Actor and director Amit Bawa wrote on social media, "The one who made the world laugh has left us in tears today." Jaswinder Bhalla was a shining star of the Punjabi film industry. He made a significant contribution to giving Punjabi cinema a global identity. His passing is an irreparable loss.
Fans and celebrities are constantly paying tribute on social media. According to reports, Jaswinder Bhalla's funeral will be held on August 23 at 12 noon at the Balongi Cremation Ground in Mohali. However, the cause of his death has not yet been revealed.
